FUMC 'Good News Festival'
Saturday, August 19, 2006, from 10:00am-2:00pm, the First United Methodist Church of Mt. Vernon, IN, at 601 Main St., held their 2nd Annual Good News Festival with a Community Block Party. In the Church’s Wesley Hall, Susannah Wesley Nursery School is part of and is sponsored by the FUMC, there were about 20 exhibitors participating in The Good News Fest. The Mt. Vernon Ministerial Society, Visiting Nurse Association, and The Alexandrian Public Library, along with the other respected not-for-profit agencies, the Jacob’s Village representatives of: Karin Macke-Program Director, residents Scott and Michael prepared their display of informational literature and pictures hoping to spread the word of the mission at Jacob’s Village to educate the public on their services provided. Many events that were scheduled and taking place this year for all ages were games, side walk chalk art, quilting and knitting classes. Later that afternoon and early evening, there was music and assorted types of entertainment activities planned. FUMC offered a free lunch consisting of hamburgers, hotdogs, chips, drinks, and ice-cream for all who were in attendance on this day at Wesley Hall. There was a steady stream of on-lookers coming and going through out the day giving everyone the opportunity to meet and greet friendly faces. A good time of fellowship was had by all.
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Sunday, July 30, 2006, Charles and Sally Huck arrived at Jacob’s Village about 9:15 am, to pick son Scott up so they could meet Doug Regin at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. It was going to be a special day at St. Paul’s Church, located in downtown Evansville, IN, at 301 Southeast First Street. The Rev. Dr. Richard Godbold, Rector at St. Paul’s invited Doug Regin, Director of Operations at Jacob’s Village, to give the Sermon for their 10:30am morning service. It had been arranged to have Scott attend the morning service to be a visible representative of Jacob’s Village. Scott with his parents, and Doug would provide, for the ones who stayed around for coffee and refreshments afterwards, information and answers to questions that anyone would have concerning Jacob’s Village. The Lesson and Epistle for this Eighth Sunday after Pentecost pertained to the Book of Ephesians. Specifically chapter 4: verses 11-16, of how love can overcome conflicts, disagreements, and can unite, create, and build environments of everlasting love. Doug compared this to Jacob’s Village, expanded the Sermon to describe Jacob’s Village and welcomed the congregation of about 60 to visit and learn more about the Mission. Following the service, some parishioners interacted with Doug, Scott, Charles, and Sally in the fellowship hall while partaking of coffee and doughnuts. While looking at the portraits of all past Rectors of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Sally pointed out Father Emri Blackburn. Many years ago he was a Rector at St. Paul’s and he married Charles and Sally Huck at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in New Harmony. St. Stephen’s was without a preacher at that time, so Father Blackburn filled in. He had the wedding rehearsal at St. Paul’s Saturday, Nov. 14, when Charles arrived home while on leave from the Navy, and the wedding Sunday, Nov. 15, 1953, at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in New Harmony. Sally Huck has been a lifelong member of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in New Harmony and Charles became a member of the Church when they were married there. Through the years, Sally has been a member of their choir, their organist, and member of the alter guild. Charles has held many offices in the past with the vestry including Senior and Junior Warden. It seemed as if a good relationship could be formed between St. Paul’s and Jacob’s Village when a few said they would like to become a part of Jacob’s Village. A good time was enjoyed by all while listening to the Guest Lecturer’s message during this Sunday morning worship service at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.
EARC Putt Putt Golf
The resident’s of Jacob’s Village were invited out for a night of pizza & miniature golf Monday, July 31, 2006. Community Job Link & Community Connections are branches of EARC, who sponsored this event at Walther’s Golf-n-Fun Center from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at the intersection of 1st & Diamond Ave’s. When Debbie and Michael arrived back home from work about 4:15pm, via METS, it was time to load up and head out to the Pizza Party. All of the Jacob’s Village bunch, Wanda, Donna Kay, Debbie, Mike, Michael, Scott, and home coordinators Gloria and Joe entered the building to a sound and light show. We were greeted to an array of bells, whistles, and lights of many colors coming from the video arcade. The cashier at the counter area showed us where the Pizza Party was to be held. It was in a private party room, and we were the first ones inside seeing the 7 or 8 tables and chairs empty, but it filled up quickly. There were about 36 people in attendance for this July Job Club event and everyone did find a place to sit in the party room which included Rudi Winderlich and Crystal Delancey representing EARC. Four or five other helpers were also assisting, bringing the Pizza and drinks in. The individual orders were previously taken ahead of time and a check list was followed so everyone got what they wanted. So, the distribution of food and drink resembled an assembly line having everything put in its proper place. The Pizza Party included two slices of pizza of your choice, Cheese, Pepperoni, Sausage, or Supreme, choice of soda and one round of miniature golf. After the Pizza Fest, the golf club putters & balls were selected. Mike, Michael and Joe began the scramble soon to find out that the water hazards would come into play with most every hole. It seemed like they would have had barriers up to prevent balls going into the moat around the course because everyone was getting wet from dipping their hands in the water to retrieve balls. They completed the adventurous course and did make a few hole-in-ones. Wanda, Donna Kay, and Debbie started out but opted to hang out with Scott and watch the action from the Coconut Café Snack Bar until they could putt around on the first hole alone. Afterwards, the video games drew all their attention while the guys played a few games of Air Hockey. A good time was had by all on this night of Pizza & More at Walther’s Golf-n-Fun Center.
IVY Tech Car Show
IVY Tech Community College of Evansville sponsored a car show from 4:00pm to 8:00pm Saturday, July 29, 2006 in the rear parking lot. This car show was a part of the Cruise-In schedule but specifically for the Area Chrysler Enthusiasts, ACE of CLUBS. Wanda, Mike, Michael, Scott, and home coordinator Joe attended this event and found a parking place in the lot near the North side of the school. Just like the name of the group would imply, ACE, this car show mostly consisted of Chrysler, Plymouth, and Dodge ‘Muscle Cars’ from the 1960’s. Although there were a few but not many, other types of makes and models. There’s usually many of the same cars from show to show but the ‘Muscle Cars are some of our favorite. One car that we hadn’t seen before was a 1964 Ford Falcon Ranchero, similar to an El Camino proto type of car or a Dodge Rampage. We meandered our way through the approximately 40 cars or more to the South parking lot just in time for a Fire & Rescue demonstration. The nearest Fire Department had an Emergency Rescue Squad there demonstrating how their life-saving extricating device ‘JAWS of LIFE’ operated. No one had a time clock, but on this hot evening, while wearing heavy protective gear, they showed how safe and quickly the ‘JAWS’ worked. Efficiently, they cut through the doors, top of the vehicle, and peeled them back as if it was a sardine can to save a life if needed. A crowd of about 35 or 40 had gathered to watch this event and we found refuge under the only shade tree around. After the demonstration, we meandered back through the ‘Muscle Cars’ to the North parking lot. Ivy Tech was providing food, drink, literature of their school, and tours of the now completed expansion. A hot good time was had by all at this Community College Car Show.
Posey County 4-H Center Car Show
On Saturday, July 22, 2006, the Posey County 4H Center was holding their 2nd Annual Car Show and Swap Meet at the Fairgrounds just South of New Harmony. Wanda, Michael, Scott, and home coordinator Barry left early enough to see this car show before having to pick Mike up from work at 2:00pm. This event was a fundraiser for the Posey County Community Center at the fairgrounds. Orders were previously taken for Boston Butts & Racks of Ribs that were being smoked and Bar-BQ for the benefit. For the extra cuts that were not spoken for, they had sold all out of them before we arrived to purchase any. Barry snapped a photo of Wanda, Michael, and Scott beside a green and white 1956 Oldsmobile. It had a Drive-In tray hanging on the door window with a burger, fries, shake, and mustard, ketchup dispensers with salt & pepper shakers. One car that was uncommon to the shows that we’ve been to and stood out was a black 1954 Hot Rod Lincoln
St. Peter's UCC
Tuesday, July 25, 2006, Rev. Karen Lipinczyk of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, located just down the road from Jacob’s Village in Posey County on Highway 66 West, made a Pastoral visit. Rev. Karen arrived at the women’s home bearing gifts for all in the make up of a bag full of freshly harvested sweet corn. Her entrance was not long after all the residents had finished their evening meal about 7:00pm. Rev. Karen introduced herself, greeted residents Wanda, Donna Kay, Debbie, Mike, Michael, Scott, and home coordinators Janice and Barry. She began the evening prayer service ringing two Tibetan Chimes, two 4x6 silver chimes attached by a 12” string that clang against each other. The chimes would remind you of two large ding-a-ling-lings!!! She read scripture from Ephesians Chapter 2 that told of a shield of protection and how Jesus eliminated all barriers of confrontation. She played two inspirational songs from a CD while the latter one had arm & hand movements telling a story of when some people lie down for the night to sleep, on the other side of the world, some people are rising up for a new day of sunshine. Rev. Karen told us that before teaching at St. Peter’s UCC since January she was living in Alaska. We enjoyed Rev. Karen’s company and look forward to another visit with her. Upon leaving, she had more gifts for everyone. An art form originating in Mexico, made by St. Peter’s UCC Bible Vacation School kids, different colors of yarn weaved and wrapped around two crossed popsicle sticks called a ‘God’s Eye’.
WFIE 14 'Mow Madness'
Tuesday morning, July 25, the WFIE-Channel 14 Sunrise Morning Show that airs 4:30am-7:00am held a live remote broadcast from Jacob’s Village. Their feature, ‘Mow Madness’, Summer 2006 contest give away allowed them to do live remotes from businesses around the tri-state area. Rhanda Stewart hosted this event which first began in May to promote businesses and to show a local celebrity mowing with their featured item they were to have a drawing for. One previous business, for example, that they had promoted and brought good publicity to was The Evansville Christian Life Center; this was Jacob’s Village’s week. WFIE-Channel 14 & Gil’s Four Season’s Lawn Equipment, teamed up to have a contest and give away a Toro Timecutter Z Series zero turn radius riding lawn mower with a 42” mowing deck. They did announce the winner on this morning and talked with her live via telephone on the segment. During these live remotes, WFIE-Channel 14 also teamed up with the Evansville’s West side Bob Evan’s Restaurant for this contest feature who furnished a breakfast every Tuesday morning for which ever business they featured. The Bob Evan’s Sunrise breakfast consisted of sausage, biscuits & gravy, cinnamon rolls, coffee and chocolate milk. WFIE-Channel 14 and their entourage, broadcasting tower equipment technicians, Gil’s Four Seasons’ lawn mower, and Bob Evan’s breakfast arrived at Jacob’s Village at 5:15am Tuesday morning. They set up the live remote on Rebecca Way, 20 yards west of the parking lot in the street facing the south side of the women’s home. The ones on location and being interviewed by Rhanda Stewart were Rick Herdes, USI men’s basketball coach, celebrity mower for the day, Tom Burmeister, Property Manager, Karin Macke, Program Director, Scott Huck, resident, all of Jacob’s Village, and Scott’s parents Charles and Sally Huck. Also from Jacob’s Village, Mike, Michael, & Debbie had their share of breakfast before leaving the premises for their work. There were about 20 people around the location and a good publicity event it was. Jacob’s Village and all who were outside for breakfast early Tuesday morning were a part of the ‘Mow Madness’ WFIE-Channel 14 Sunrise Morning Show.
USI / David L. Rice Library
Sunday, July 23, 2006, the Grand Opening of the David L. Rice Library at the University of Southern Indiana from 2:00pm - 4:00pm, was staged to a large fan-fare. There were over 300 people in attendance for this large publicized, mass-media event that included the Jacob’s Village bunch of Wanda, Donna Kay, Debbie, Mike, Michael, Scott, and home coordinators Janice and Barry. After the opening remarks, congratulations, and appreciations from the Universities dignitaries, Ray Hoops, current USI President, Ruth Miller, Rice Library Director, Dr. Rice gave his thank you and his mission for the new library; all supporters were invited inside for tours. The $27.5 million, 158,335 sq. ft. David L. Rice Library is twice the size of its predecessor with five levels. The previous Rice Library had been in use since its opening in 1971 when Dr. Rice was the first acting president beginning in 1968 when the University was in its developmental stage. During the early years of the University, its name was Indiana State University of Evansville as an extension of Indiana State University in Terra Haute, IN. The new facility has 70% library space while the remaining lower levels occupy 16 classrooms and an auditorium. The festivities of the open house in the new structure offered music and entertainment featuring Rowan Tree, Bend in the River Brass Band and Jennifer Reed, harpist. The Star Bucks Coffee shop, which is a permanent fixture in the library, provided many types of refreshments and drinks that were all free on this day. The new Library has been open since June 16 and has had well over 5,000 visitors through its doors already. Comparing the new Library to USI’s growing enrollment of over 10,000 students, a continuing expansion of program studies, and being a quality higher education learning establishment, the future of the David L. Rice Library looks bright.
